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Battered And Bruised : When Love Hurts
When you're in a toxic relationship, the smart thing to do is get out of it, right? But what if you can't? What if you're so scared because you're being threatened that if you leave, you will be harmed or worse, killed? So many women are in situations like this, believing that their only option is to stay and suffer in silence because they have no one to help them. No matter how bad things may seem or how helpless one feels, there is always someone, somewhere who can help you. All you have to do is speak up! Take a ride with authors, Sherri Marie and Cherice Harris, in this Domestic Violence Anthology as they dive into the lives of two completely different couples dealing with the same thing; abuse. Mariah isn't your typical teenager. Having to deal with a drug-addicted mother who constantly abused her emotionally and sometimes physically, had Mariah feeling down more than she could count. Not to mention, still being in high school at nineteen didn't make anything better. It wasn't until she met Tevin that things started to look up for her, or so she thought. Her father died when she was younger, and Mariah never had a man in her life to show how a lady is supposed to be treated. So, when things become hectic between her and Tevin, Mariah feels like it's okay and tries to endure it, thinking things will get better. When she realizes that they aren't and things get worse, her fight for survival begins. Simone was dealt a bad hand from the beginning. Growing up in foster care and not really having anyone in her corner, but her friend Myia, Simone pushed and worked hard to get where she is. That is until she meets Drew, a prominent time lawyer. Everything isn't what it seems, though. After giving up her dream of being a lawyer herself, Simone marries Drew. She gives birth to his daughter, only for her to become his punching bag and the laughing stock of his peers as he constantly parades different females in her face, in and out of the home they share. As bad as she wants to leave, she feels that she can't. When Simone reaches out to a friend from her past, only then does she realize her worth and decides to leave. Not only for her but for her daughter as well. However, what will it cost her?
200 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 9, 2020
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February 26, 2022
REALITY
I work with families and intimate partner violence (domestic violence) destroys families and it’s reach extends beyond the batterer/abuser and the victim/survivor. This book captured the voices of the batter, victim, and their children. The depth of the emotional, physical, and psychological harm if reflected in these stories. I would have appreciated it more if the stories contrasted more in the economic standing of the males but isolation promoted by the batteries was evident. The desperation, fear, and battered spirits of the victims were pronounced. This book is definitely recommended reading for everyone but a gift that could saves life’s.
I work with families and intimate partner violence (domestic violence) destroys families and it’s reach extends beyond the batterer/abuser and the victim/survivor. This book captured the voices of the batter, victim, and their children. The depth of the emotional, physical, and psychological harm if reflected in these stories. I would have appreciated it more if the stories contrasted more in the economic standing of the males but isolation promoted by the batteries was evident. The desperation, fear, and battered spirits of the victims were pronounced. This book is definitely recommended reading for everyone but a gift that could saves life’s.
November 16, 2020
Battered
Two excellent stories dealing with domestic abuse. I don't understand how a woman's body can withstand so much physical abuse. I do get that it's difficult to leave with threats of being killed hurled at you. Take your chances though and disappear because God didn't create us to suffer this way. And when children are involved, the cycle will be repeated because that's what they learned.
Two excellent stories dealing with domestic abuse. I don't understand how a woman's body can withstand so much physical abuse. I do get that it's difficult to leave with threats of being killed hurled at you. Take your chances though and disappear because God didn't create us to suffer this way. And when children are involved, the cycle will be repeated because that's what they learned.
December 13, 2020
Sad
It crazy how 2 different stories of abuse and 2 different outcomes, can cause so many emotions. I have never been in any of these situations but to say I was emotional is an understatement. I cried on each of these stories. This could be me, my sister my friends!!! Domestic violence is NEVER OK
It crazy how 2 different stories of abuse and 2 different outcomes, can cause so many emotions. I have never been in any of these situations but to say I was emotional is an understatement. I cried on each of these stories. This could be me, my sister my friends!!! Domestic violence is NEVER OK
January 2, 2021
Domestic violence
Omg no words😢.I really don't have no words.For women and men love yourself know your worth.Once someone show you who they are.You must get away from them.I love the book.
Omg no words😢.I really don't have no words.For women and men love yourself know your worth.Once someone show you who they are.You must get away from them.I love the book.
February 7, 2021
Good Read...
Characters felt so real. A real page turner..couldn't stop reading until I finished each story. Each story was well written. Looking forward to reading more from these authors.
Characters felt so real. A real page turner..couldn't stop reading until I finished each story. Each story was well written. Looking forward to reading more from these authors.
July 13, 2021
It was good
For the first story I'm so happy Mariah had away from that fool. Everything turned out better for herself that was good. The second story had me crying like a baby. She fault that hard to get away and still end up dying and leaving her daughter to her best friend.
For the first story I'm so happy Mariah had away from that fool. Everything turned out better for herself that was good. The second story had me crying like a baby. She fault that hard to get away and still end up dying and leaving her daughter to her best friend.
October 12, 2020
Love it love it
This book was the truth it was very good and nail biting I would recommend this book to all the ladies
This book was the truth it was very good and nail biting I would recommend this book to all the ladies
December 12, 2020
Excellent
Both stories affected me deeply. The characters were well developed and pacing was perfect. I was cheering for the ladies in these stories
Both stories affected me deeply. The characters were well developed and pacing was perfect. I was cheering for the ladies in these stories
December 13, 2020
Insightful
Learnt a lot from the book. There is no justification for Domestic violence against women. Get out while you can
Learnt a lot from the book. There is no justification for Domestic violence against women. Get out while you can
April 10, 2021
OMG
Abuse is real and it happens too much! The ladies went through so much, lord. The author did great with these stories, I recommend this book
Abuse is real and it happens too much! The ladies went through so much, lord. The author did great with these stories, I recommend this book
October 17, 2021
Excellent
This book was so good. I cried at the ending. I wish there was another ending to the story but the reality is in real life this is what happens.
This book was so good. I cried at the ending. I wish there was another ending to the story but the reality is in real life this is what happens.
May 18, 2022
Wow
This was a good book. Abuse is real if you are anyone you know is being abused. Please seek help before it's too late
This was a good book. Abuse is real if you are anyone you know is being abused. Please seek help before it's too late
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